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Chief Information Officer

BMW Financial Services NA, LLC was established in 1993 to support the U.S. sales and marketing efforts of BMW of North America by offering a wide range of leasing, retail, and wholesale financing services to BMW customers. With total assets in excess of $15 Billion, BMW Financial Services NA, LLC is a leader in innovation and customer service in the automotive industry.

Leader with 25+ years of diverse global experience and consistent record of exceeding expectations. Effective in implementing large complex strategies with high financial impact and technology focus. My strengths include relationship building, balanced transformational leadership style, high Information Technology expertise, and effective ability to seize control of challenges despite uncertainties and implement sustainable strategies and solutions. Global experience includes working in the US, Canada, Europe, Middle East, and China. Multicultural professional who speaks French, English, and Arabic and possesses above expert level computer skills.Wide experience in staff engagement, change management, and diversity topics. Effective in aligning stakeholders and inspiring people. I am self motivated with an adaptable nature and strong organizational skills. Those who know me best describe me as someone with sharp business acumen and proven entrepreneurial skills.